Thursday, April 4, 2013

Carolyn's Cupcakes!

Since moving to Bloomington, I have been fortunate enough to have made some really amazing friends. Once of my "new' friends is Carolyn, and today she turns 30!! I thought it would be nice to make her something sweet to celebrate (we are also going out to a Kelley School event!). Anyway, I absolutely LOVE this cupcake recipe from Glorious Treats. I think it is THE BEST frosting I have EVER made! FYI I am SUPER picky when it comes to frosting- I don't like it too sweet, grainy, or sugary. For example, I really dislike Sprinkles (love their "cake part") frosting. It has WAY to much sugar and you can actually taste the granules. I also wasn't a big fan of Magnolia Bakery's frosting (shocker I know). Anyway, if you are like me, and are a "frosting snob" try this recipe! It will NOT disappoint!P.S. I tried my best to "pipe" the frosting using a ziplock back- ha-ha. I should at least get points for trying to be resourceful! Also, you can get the cupcake liners at Target (in store only).

Directions:*Place butter in a large mixing bowl and beat until smooth. Add cream cheese and blend until fully combined and smooth, about 30 seconds.*Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar and blend on low speed until combined. Increase to medium speed and beat until it begins to get fluffy.*Slowly add the heavy cream, a little bit at a time until desired consistency is met. (Don’t add too much if you want the frosting to stay in place when piped on cupcakes.)*Beat until fluffy, about 1 minute.*Use at once or keep refrigerated. (This frosting will keep well in the refrigerator for several days, but you may need to re-beat it for the best texture.)